A vacation in Montenegro often begins in Podgorica, where the country's largest airport is located. To comfortably travel from the capital to the Adriatic coast or the Durmitor mountain ranges, use the car rental service in Podgorica.
Advantages of Car Rental with Localrent
At Localrent, we have gathered reliable rental companies in Podgorica. You don't need to compare prices and terms of each company to decide where to rent a car. Simply book a suitable car on our website.
Benefits of booking a car through Localrent:
- Honest prices. No hidden fees or taxes. You pay exactly the amount specified in the booking voucher.
- Easy car search. Convenient filters help you select cars that meet your specific needs.
- Support service. We stay in touch throughout your booking and will assist in any unexpected situation.
- Low deposits. The average deposit for car rental in Montenegro is €200–300, but some cars can be rented without a deposit.
- Wide selection. Localrent offers everything: budget compact cars, mid-range vehicles, crossovers, minivans, convertibles, and luxury cars are all available for rent.
Don’t waste precious time searching for a rental car in Podgorica — book it in just a few minutes on Localrent.
Requirements for Car Rental in Podgorica
Each car has its own requirements for drivers, listed in its description. You can rent a car in Podgorica if you are at least 18 years old and have held a license for at least one year. The widest selection is available to drivers over 23 with at least 3 years of experience.
What you need to rent a car in Podgorica:
- Passport
- Valid driver’s license
In most cases, an international driving permit is not required. If your license is valid only in the issuing country, an IDP will be necessary.
Driving Features in Podgorica
Podgorica follows standard European traffic rules and signage. However, there are some local peculiarities:
- The city center has many narrow streets, especially in the historic districts of Drač and Stara Varoš, where two cars can hardly pass each other.
- Sidewalks in these areas are narrow or non-existent, so pedestrians often walk on the road — be especially careful.
- Main traffic jams occur on bridges over the Morača River — the Blažo Jovanović and Millennium Bridges — as well as on city entry and exit roads from 8:00–9:00 and 16:00–18:00.
- Buses may stop unexpectedly — keep a safe distance.
- Low or daytime running lights must be on at all times.
Tourists usually adapt quickly to driving in and around Podgorica. We recommend reducing speed at dusk and night, as some streets are poorly lit.
Do rental cars have navigation?
Hello! No, navigation is optional equipment. The rental company will only provide it if this equipment is included in your booking.
Hello! I want to pick up the car at Podgorica airport and drop it off in Budva. Is that possible?
Hello! Yes, you can choose your own pick-up and drop-off locations on the “Booking” page.
Good evening! With 1 year of driving experience and 20 years of age, will I be able to rent a car?
Hello! Please contact us at hello@localrent with further details, and our customer support team will try to find a car that you can rent.
Hello. Which car should I rent for a trip to Lovćen?
Hello! The road surface is very good in Montenegro, so there is no need to rent a car with high clearance or high power, even if you are going to the mountains. If you need to travel with 3 or more passengers and air conditioning, you should rent a car with at least 1.8-litre engine.